Democratic Candidates Mark Martinez, Makayla Danner Secure Upset Victories in Douglas County Elections
In Douglas County, two Democratic candidates, Mark Martinez and Makayla Danner, achieved significant election upsets by defeating incumbent Sheriff Aaron Hanson and Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine, respectively.
Omaha, NE, November 4, 2026 —
In a notable shift within Douglas County’s political landscape, two Democratic candidates have emerged victorious in contests against established incumbents. Mark Martinez has unseated Sheriff Aaron Hanson, while Makayla Danner has defeated County Attorney Don Kleine. Both Martinez and Danner ran as Democratic candidates.
The election results mark significant upsets in the county’s leadership. Martinez’s victory over Hanson and Danner’s win against Kleine indicate a change in voter preference for these key county positions. The specific details regarding the margin of victory or the exact date of the election were not provided in the summary. Further information regarding the campaign platforms or the specific circumstances surrounding these electoral outcomes is also not available in the provided summary.
The outcome suggests a potential realignment or a strong performance by the Democratic ticket in Douglas County for these specific offices. Incumbent Aaron Hanson served as Sheriff, and Don Kleine held the position of County Attorney prior to this election. The summary does not include information about any statements made by the candidates or the defeated incumbents following the election results.
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